This book is an effort to understand the challenges faced by Africa in the water and energy sector. This study made an attempt to understand what it really means by naturalization of the nation and nationalization of nature for Africa. It did so by looking at repetition of trans boundary water conflicts within a state and its impact on energy security... more...

Fully Updated Hydrology Principles, Methods, and Applications Thoroughly revised for the first time in 50 years, this industry-standard resource features chapter contributions from a ?who?s who? of international hydrology experts. Compiled by a colleague of the late Dr. Chow, Chow?s Handbook of Applied Hydrology, Second Edition, covers... more...

Few, if any, environments are free of human intervention. Often this generates ecosystems which are rich in biodiversity, historical interest, recreational opportunity and scenic beauty just as worthy of conservation as the more natural ecosystems on which protection programmes have been almost exclusively focussed. These 'cultural landscapes', ranging... more...

This edited volume considers the ways in which European states and the European Union can and should organize themselves economically and socially in order to address the challenges of sustainable development. It will interest students and researchers of environmental policy and European politics. more...

A grand epic wasteland of surreal pandemic plague. Pollution quotient in the southern delta nether regions of the state of Louisiana, the dustbin of the Mississippi river and the nation, whose motto is the 'Sportsman's Paradise' but is a paradise of colorful denizens all grappling for a slice of lassez bon temps roule, 'let the good times roll', but... more...

The role of stakeholders is integral to corporate sustainability as society increasingly demands that corporations play a role in achieving environmental objectives in addition to building shareholder wealth. In this, the first book to gather cutting-edge research on the interactions between stakeholders and organizations within the context of corporate... more...

Game theory can be used to deal with complex economic and policy problems. It is therefore natural to adopt game theory as one of the analytical instruments that can enhance our understanding of the interrelations between the economy and the environment and that can also provide practical suggestions for policy interventions. more...